Sure thing. First, break it into bite‑sized chunks—pick one module or file at a time. Then run a static analyzer and auto‑format it; that’ll catch obvious smells right away. Add or tighten unit tests around the area; you can safely refactor when you’re covered. Next, look for duplicate logic or unused imports—those are the easiest wins. Once you’ve cleaned up, merge the change in a small PR and let the CI run; keep the history clean by squashing the commits. Repeat this cycle, and you’ll turn the battlefield into a well‑ordered battlefield with minimal shock. If you get stuck, just remember: one small, well‑tested tweak is better than a giant rewrite that breaks everything.

Right, no one likes a code revamp that feels like a surprise raid. After you isolate a module, write a short comment in the PR title—something like “Remove duplicated helper in auth.py” and put a bullet in the description: “Why? Keeps the auth flow one‑liner and reduces test churn.” Then add a quick diagram or link to the failing test that triggered the change. If a teammate asks, point them to the unit test that now covers the edge case. That way, the refactor isn’t just a clean‑up, it’s a story you can all follow. And keep each PR small—no more than one or two files, so the conversation stays focused.